St. James Cheese Company - Warehouse District

The Gruyère toasted cheese sandwich (with caramelised onions) was possibly the best sandwich that I have ever eaten. The service was delightful and they have an excellent selection of cheeses to take away. Highly recommended.

🥪 A Spot-On Urban Oasis: Where Flavor Meets Form This establishment delivers a refreshing blend of high-quality cuisine and palpable atmosphere, proving that thoughtful dining need not come with a prohibitive price tag. The experience, from the first bite to the final impression, was singularly satisfying. Culinary Excellence in Simplicity The sandwiches were the undisputed highlight, elevated far beyond their humble category. They were not merely assembled; they were deliciously engineered, showcasing a mastery of texture and balance that speaks to the kitchen's commitment to quality ingredients. Equally impressive was the olive plate, which served as an ideal prelude. It was a clear, simple demonstration that even the smallest components of the menu receive proper sourcing and care—a telling sign of a serious kitchen. Ambiance and Value The atmosphere was nothing short of outstanding. The design clearly succeeds in creating a memorable, enveloping space that enhances the meal without overshadowing it. It provides the perfect backdrop for casual yet sophisticated dining. The staff added another layer of appeal: professional yet possessing an engaging "urban blend", they navigated the room with efficiency and personality. This balance of sharp service and approachable style makes guests feel both respected and welcome. Crucially, the entire experience comes at a cost that is "on spot." The pricing is fair and entirely justified by the quality of the food and the caliber of the setting. This is a place that understands how to deliver genuine value without compromising on the details.

My wife and I wanted to buy some cheeses for the holidays. We first went to the store on Prytania when it opened but soon learned that the Prytania store was out of these specific cheeses we wanted. My wife quickly called this store on Tchoupitoulas and even though it was before their business hours (Prytania opens at 10am for retail and 11 for dining, Tchoupitoulas opens at 11 firm), they answered the call! The man who answered was very sweet and told us that Tchoupitoulas had plenty of what we were looking for. Upon arrival we found this store to be MUCH MORE LAID BACK, ultra-welcoming and non pretentious. They even were letting retail customers in before their hours of operation! We truely felt welcome at this place. The man who answered the phone was the person who prepared our cheeses, such a warm and funny guy - he and a younger woman helped us in our time there and she was first-class as well. Night and day these two stores but I had a very wonderful experience at this store on Tchoupitoulas. We will be back. We will bring friends.

They have amazing and fresh ingredients, the salad that I got was delicious and refreshing. It has a charming ambiance and it was very clean.

One of the best sandwich/salads I’ve ever had. The black and blue sandwich is to die for, beautiful shop and items for purchase.

Top-notch staff. They're hardworking, happy, and motivated. They take initiative, always scanning the room for things they could do, and as a whole the staff works well together as a team. They're cheerful, and exhibit enthusiasm for the products they sell, and they represent products and the establishment well to customers. The sandwich I ordered was the "Clucky" chicken something or other. It was kind of just okay. I feel like the toasted white bread could have been a different choice, and the chicken breast sliced into medallions would have been a better presentation and easier to eat. One kitchen staff member used a rest room and I heard the blow dryer going - so bonus points for cleanliness. I love that. I know it should be a base expectation, but I'm not so sure at other places. I would have given another few more points if anyone had come around to ask how I was doing, but I know - it's a busy place. Maybe there isn't time for conversation. Overall, I'd give the place maybe 4.2 or 4.3 if I could score intervals between 4 and 5. For the owner: no, the Mockly cocktails aren't too sweet to carry in the beverage options. Let customers decide. They're spectacular concoctions for people who don't want to drink alcohol. And they're a LOCAL company. Isn't that your schtick? Support this great company. They need to make it. If you think the product is too sweet, guess what? They're local. You could probably ask them to take it down a notch. Or maybe serve them on ice in a proper cocktail glass.

You know by the smell of cheese that knocks you out as you enter that this is gonna be a good place. My gruyère with added prosciutto sandwich was delicious, and the staff was super friendly. It was busy and a bit noisy at lunch time, but was still able to get a table, they have ample seating. It's on the pricey side for a sandwich and side salad, but I was expecting this because of the area and specialty cheese. I really enjoyed the food and will come back!

Fantastic shop. Not just for cheese, although their selection is very nice. Lunch offerings include thoughtfully crafted sandwiches and salads using fresh artisan ingredients in a fun atmosphere. I will definitely be stopping again next time we are in NOLA. YUM!

What a delightful find to enjoy while we waited to check into our hotel. The menu offers a delightful selection of sandwiches, salads, and even a custom meat and cheese board to enjoy with fun beverage options to enjoy. I wish we had something like this at home.

Wow Food: 5 Drink choices: 5 (Bordeaux Blanc?! - yum) Outdoor seating on a sunny Spring day: 5 Wait time when there's a huge conference down the street: call ahead if you're pressed for time We decided to stop here after for lunch after visiting the WWII museum. There was a huge (25-30 minute) line just to place our order (for a party of 6). Luckily, an outdoor table opened up and we enjoyed beverages and pimento cheese & crackers until our lunches arrived (they warned us it could be 30-40 minutes but seriously, they were slammed). The food was well worth the wait. Everything was outstandingly delicious even the salads which highlighted the cheeses. Really reasonably priced for the quality. Just plan ahead or be patient.

If you're looking for a charcuterie board or sandwiches, this is where you should be!! Their cheese selection is diverse and artisan in its quality. They get PACKED from 11:30 to 1:30pm on the weekdays, so keep that in mind, as it took 30 minutes just to receive my sandwich. You really cant go wrong with the cheese board that you choose. Just follow your gut or what you usually are in the mood for. Go crazy and try something different. Any way you order youre gonna get a lovely cheese board! The Italian sandwich is top tier! Anyone from the northeast would be proud of everything in that sandwich. My only complaint is the ciabatta was super tough. To the point where I didn't eat the fat ends with how hard it was. Maybe this batch of bread was baked a little bit longer, or that's just how hard their ciabatta normally is. They serve zapps chips, which are fine, but I would have been more excited if they made their own potato chips. Even with some minor issues for my own preference, this place is totally worth checking out!

If you're looking to find the best mac and cheese of your life, look no further. There's a slight smoky tang and perfectly cooked noodles. Deli sandwiches were high quality and very filling. Fast service but busy. Lots of seating options for solo diners to keep larger tables for bigger parties.

An excellent spot. Our current visit was post-parade. We tried a pesto, cheese and Prosciutto panini, which was excellent. The mac and cheese is always a great option with a rich cheesy flavor. The King Cake cheesecake was excellent and very rich. Service is always terrific - they only hire the best.

This was one of my favorite stops for charcuterie and lunch in the Warehouse District. Staying nearby at the Renaissance we passed by this shop returning days later to have lunch. Thank goodness we didn't pass up St. James because the food and charcuterie were superb. From first taste you can tell their products are high quality. We opted for a custom sandwich. The ingredients were fresh and savory. Their sandwiches are big and shareable for two. We ordered one custom roast beef sandwich plus a 5-item artisan charcuterie board with 3 cheese and 2 meats. It was the right amount for both of us leaving a little left over to munch on afterwards. Seating is ample. The facilities are clean and they have a wide selection of imported stock. St. James is a bit pricey but the quality makes up for it. If we find ourselves back in NOLA, our aim is to return for their muffuletta with mac and cheese.

Definitely worth the stop. That was the tastiest Brie I've had in a while. The shop is pleasant and smells of fresh cheese and meat, heaven. Service is great, they took time to share about the cheeses, meats and accompaniments. Might stop in again before I leave town.

We stayed across the street and came here a few days for an early lunch. We tried the roast beef and blue cheese, ham and Brie, Italian, and muffuletta. Their sandwiches were exceptional and customer service was top notch. Roast beef was my personal favorite!

Ordered the 3 cheese plate and a seasonal glass of rosé. Sorry I don't remember the names of any wish I would of wrote them down because the middle cheese should go home with me, but all the cheeses, spread, figs, walnuts and bread were all delicious. As was the glass of Rosé Service was friendly and speedy. There is a call in option but at 2:00 there wasn't a wait at all. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Cute little market to shop for goodies to take home. Also if your sitting outside, alone, and need a wine and bread refill, I called and they happily helped me and brought it out!

Stopped by here for a quick sandwich to go. Not going to lie, this place smells a bit funky lol, probably because of all that cheese. I ordered the hot muffaletta - ham, salami, pepperoni, olive salad & smoked tomato aioli. They say it's a twist on the classic and it was a pressed sandwich. I ordered it with no cheese which seemed like a bit of a sin at a place called the cheese company but alas, I'm lactose intolerant. It was ready in less than 10ish minutes. It was smaller than I thought it would be but it was really flavorful and delicious. Would definitely recommend but would suggest ordering a side or some other snack because it likely won't fill you up depending on your hunger level!

I definitely had to try a muffuletta while I was at NOLA and this place was down the street from my hotel. I stopped in for a late lunch. I arrived just a bit past 2 PM and they closed at 3 PM. So service wasn't super friendly. They make a hot muffuletta which is original to them. You place your order, they give you a number to take to your table and they bring you the food when it's ready. Food came pretty quick. Sandwich was on the small side, but it was sooo good. Far exceeded expectations. The bread was everything. Perfectly crusty and crisp. The filling was tasty. I would've gotten it again if I had stayed longer. Def worth a try!

Cute little sandwich shop in NOLA. Great salads and sandwiches....and they have beer and wine.

Officially my new favorite cheese haven outside of Wisconsin. They have such a great variety of cheeses, fig jams, and nuts for all my charcuterie cravings--while also offering hard-to-find options like fondue service and duck paté. We were also blown away by the staff's knowledge of regional cheeses that were made in the South just a few states away. I was particularly impressed with the "Rogue River Blue", a unique blue cheese that was voted "world famous" a few years back. All in all, I will definitely be back to discover more cheeses and create more memories in this relaxed and well-curated space.

Love this place and the location is convenient near the convention center for visitors. I haven't had the food yet, but the cheese case and outstanding selection of chocolates (think the whole range from luxury, ethically sourced, to weird and award-winning stuff) makes it super fun to visit each time and pick up food items to take home. Basically, on top of offering a carefully curated selection of cheese they have pretty much everything else you need of top quality, to assemble a cheese platter. They're generous and super friendly with the cheese samples too, and highly knowledgable and always have some tips/hacks to go along with it. One of my favorite stops when I'm in the area.

A great place to get a bite while exploring NOLA! We were at Lucy's and decided we wanted soemthing to eat, and this was the perfect place to do so! There was plenty of inside and outside seating, and the place was very clean. You order at the counter and then they bring it out to you. Inside the place, there are tons of different cheeses and other things for sale, very cute concept! I ordered the ham and Brie sandwich with a side of chips and a drink. It was a bit pricey, and the sandwich didn't come with anything else, just the ham and Brie. The sandwich was delicious, but I wish it came hot instead of cold. My friend got the mozzarella panini, and that was very good. Service was a tad slow for them not being super busy, but we were so full after we ate our sandwiches that we were totally ok with it. Next time you are in NOLA be sure to give this place a try!

Love St. James and it's amazing for lunch! I recently had their Hot Mozzarella sandwich which was good, but I also highly recommend their salads too! One of my favorites Manchego Salad w/ Turkey - it comes with Manchego cheese, pears, sliced almonds, and vinaigrette for arula. Everything here is always so fresh, delicious, and quickly made.

One of the best spots in Nola to eat enjoy the wine, cheese sandos and much more. It's just darn good food from salads to charcuteries. They have amazing selection of meats cheeses pickles olives and of course tasty crusty bread. The vibe is local and welcoming. The service is excellent.

Good, but... Pretty pretentious for a place that primarily sells a commodity. Rather reminiscent of the infamous "Just Bulbs" store. Regardless it is always busy and a superior choice for those attending conventions.

Muffuletta was THE bomb. So good. 10/10 highly recommend, walking distance from convention center.

Found this gem on Yelp, while attending a conference in NOLA. It was a within walking distance and totally worth the stroll. You order up front and then pick a table. I chose the machego salad which had arugula greens, shaved manchego cheese, pear, prosciutto and sliced almonds. The serving size is generous, and is definitely filling. Next time, I would share the salad with a partner and swap a sandwich. The ingredients were fresh and delish. I loved the different textures in the salad that add flavor as well as some delicious sweet/savory bites. There is a lot of eye candy while you are waiting in line, as they are displays of olives, sauces, cheeses, drinks, fancy oils and jams. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience. It was clean, cool and bright inside. The service was fast and friendly, and of course the food was deliciously fresh. Stop by if you have a chance.

St. James Cheese Company was my first meal in NOLA. I had to be at the nearby Convention Center to set up my booth and it was within walking distance. They're a cold cuts and meats storefront, but they also have sit-down and take out sandwiches. I had the Rustic Grilled Cheese prepared with Hook's 2 year aged cheddar and WildFlour sourdough bread. And also opted to add a side of mixed green salad or fries for 75 cents. I highly recommend the mixed green salad, as it really lightens up the sandwich. The grilled cheese was a very good sized portion and was super tasty. I kind of wished that I was staying at an AirBnB instead of a hotel, because I definitely would've bought some cheese! Service was nice and very friendly.

I didn't believe in ghosts until I came to New Orleans, but I'm being haunted by the memory of a sandwich now. The sandwich wasn't even mine, I got the delicious grilled cheese with bacon, and I bought my wife the Gruyère sandwich with ham and she gave me a couple of bites. I talked about it for days afterwards, and I'm back home in Los Angeles now, thinking about how delicious that thing was. We loved our trip to New Orleans and ate at loads of great places but this one caught me off guard, I just wanted a quick place to grab lunch near our hotel and we found some of the best sandwiches I've ever had. Definitely coming back next time we're in town.

I've never had anything except a wonderful lunch at this establishment. It is a little chaotic during lunchtime but the food is fressh and wonderfully tasty.

My go to neighborhood spot for for salads, sandwiches, and cheese. I enjoy, looking through all of the import grocery items and trying new things. But above all, the service here is stellar!

The food is fresh, ambience lovely and open. We grew up in Cache Valley Utah where the best cheese curd is at Gossners. The grilled cheese we both got were good. One Gruyere and one ham and cheese. The bread was wonderful. Here are my thoughts though. Sauce it up, kick it up, make it peppy. Where is a good special pesto or sundried tomato spread or mustard for these? We also had the pickle plate which was just ok. I truly was looking forward to this one! In house made pickles. Ya, it's "pickled". So there are Brussel sprouts, cherry tomatoes, apple and slice pickle. Small portion. Truly the best part about this place is the gift and take home items. We weren't disappointed per se so much as we had higher expectations if those can be true at the same time.

Was headed toward Cochon Butcher when we saw this cute restaurant with outdoor seating on Tchoupitoulas. My Smokey blue cold sandwich was hearty and flavorful, the bread had a nice crunch but the mayo and fresh toppings had enough moisture. My husband got the hot muffuletta that was just as flavorful (if you like Italian meats) and had a good cheesy balance. Would love to come back and try their cheese boards.

Great cheese lovers spot! Definitely try manchego salad - arugula, sliced pears, lots of grated manchego and almonds with nice subtle dressing I added prosciutto but salad really didn't need it! Also had sliced Iberico yum perfect thinly slices of nutty flavored ham! Only thing I wasn't in love with was gruyere sandwich, it had lots of cheese which is a plus of course but since it was warm sandwich cheese melted so it became very greasy. Great cheese selection and knowledgeable staff! Will be back when we visit NOLA again!

My husband said that the muffuletta was the best one he's has so far. Service was quick and staff were friendly.

After a few days of heavy bar food it was super refreshing to find something that felt like cleaner eating! The ham and Brie sandwich was delicious and the optional side salad was the perfect balance! The atmosphere and food reminded me of the sandwich shops in Venice; simple and flavorful.

Delicious sandwiches, friendly staff, beer/wine and mocktails. They have a great space to meet, eat, work, or stop to cool off while enjoying New Orleans. Very cool vibe. I had the Gruyère sandwich with turkey and the side salad - really flavorful.

Thanks Carly for helping us select some unique cheeses to take back to Houston! I am by no means a cheese connoisseur, but I try new cheeses every chance I get. While in NOLA, I came across this store and had to check it out. They have several types to choose from, but i was drawn to the selection of goat cheeses. Luckily it was quiet and we had pleasant interactions with several staff members. One gentleman, I didn't get his name, made a great recommendation for one of my selections, and another lady offered some care tips to present and preserve a special cheese we purchased. Carly was very nice and down to earth as she carved a few samples to help us make our selections. She offered context to each cheese and we had a nice conversation, which made for a very pleasurable experience. Update: The Cheddar and O'Banon I brought back to Houston were a real hit. Even a family member that didn't eat goat cheese came back for more! And the cherry jelly (i think) was really good with it, as recommended!

Fast casual, yummy lunch spot! Fun to sit outdoors on their street patio to enjoy a variety of freshly prepared Salads, Sandwiches, Soups or Charcuterie boards (their specialty). They also have some local craft brews and wine options to pair with your meal, cheers! Friendly service at the counter, prompt delivery of your food to your table. Overall, 4.25+ rating for food quality, prompt service and casual ambience; expect to pay ~$10-15pp for a Salad or Sandwich, or a bit more for Artisan Cheese Board creation. AND yes if you want to shop for some cheese to go, they have quite an amazing selection in their cheese fridge! We wanted a lighter lunch, so chose a cup of soup, Blueberry Hill Salad, and small side of the Mac-n-Cheese. All foods were tasty, freshly made and good quantity! The Tomato Basil soup was excellent, rich and flavorful; note I believe they rotate their soup options, so check the daily menu board. Blueberry Hill salad was a plentiful portion with fresh mixed greens, smoked chicken, sweet blueberries, marcona almonds, carrots and finely shredded aged gouda tossed with a Poppy Vinaigrette - perfect lunch size and enough to share. Mac-n-Cheese was solid, very mildly flavored and filling to eat; however I'd say not their specialty. Plenty of quality eats to choose at St. James Cheese Co. - for sure next time I will order one of their Artisan Cheese Boards to share! ENJOY!!

Tasty!!!! Interesting specials but they run out quickly. Grilled cheese is heavy-could only eat half.

Great little lunch spot. It was quite busy when I came in. Service is quick n fast though. The cashier recommended the muffleta and it was great.

The muffaletta here is amazing, the olives in the salad is strongly salty but decent overall. Such friendly & knowledgeable staff on cheese with a great cozy ambiance.

Had incredible mac n cheese (don't skip the crispy prosciutto), and a great charcuterie board. They cater the board to your taste (no one else ever allows for that!) and have a fantastic selection. Their bread is brought in from a bakery in NYC and tastes like a real french baguette. They also have a cute covid-style patio and we saw they have fondue happy hour.

Great food! It was busy as it was lunch time but it was quickly delivered to our table. Chips are extra- $1.25 for a small bag. Bus your own tables, which it was not clear where to put the dishes but found it up front by the door.

Nice lunch spot in the CBD/warehouse district, with both a full meal menu plus a cheesemonger and charcuterie meats stop in the middle of the store, and other grab and go breads and chocolate options posted around the edges and throughout. Great proximity to the Cambria and a few other hotels in the neighborhood.

Amazing. First time in NOLA and I've kept being told I need a muffuletta and boyyyyyyyyy did this place have a fire one! Probably the best sandwich of my life, and I would eat one every day if I could. I'll be back daily until I head back home!

Love, love, love this spot. What a great idea- you can shop for little groceries or dine or drink! Service was great. It is a "walk up and order and we will bring it to you" place. We sat outside on a Friday night and enjoyed the perfect dinner. The 3 cheese plate was huge! Plenty for two people. The manch ego salad was delicious. The only thing we didn't care for was the pickle plate. I was literally thinking it would be a lot of pickles. The pickled Brussels sprouts were good, though. Pass on the pickles tomatoes. Overall- super affordable, friendly and delicious.

Always fantastic! Quality and customer service! What a great gift for Christmas. The Ponchatrain box

What a great find for lunch! I came here with a friend in December, both visiting from out of state. We shared a caprese salad and each got a sandwich, and cannot overstate how amazing the caprese was. The ball of mozzarella sitting on top was a rich creaminess that paired well with the crispy toasted bread, fragrant basil leaves, and fresh tomato. It was also a sizable plate, perfect if I had just wanted to order that for my entire lunch. The place is really cute, with items on sale and you order at the counter and find a seat with your number. Would recommend and will be back next time I'm in town.

I'm writing this review from the restaurant right now with empty plates and the fullest belly. I've eaten lunch here for three days in a row now. Their chèvre cheesecake, il monstro and mufaletta sandwiches are incredible. The staff and ambience are all so welcoming and inviting. Truly some of the best sandwiches I've had in my life. Very unassuming location, restaurant and market that transports you to an open air Italian market on a summer day. They craft charcuterie boards to order, serve beer and wine and you're also able to purchase products your dishes are made with. Huge shoutout to Juliette and Sarah for making my experience awesome. I came in angered with a conference and the heat, Juliette immediately greeted me with a glass of iced water and Sarah took my order, offered great recommendations and allowed me a couple beers I was deciding between. Thank you!

This place was amazing. 5 item plate and split sandwich with wife. Bread was perfect. Pate is really not my thing, but here it was great. All the little details. Go here.

Amazing little spot for lunch. The food is simply delicious. I recommend the mushroom soup. My personal favorite. The olive plate and cheese plater is perfect to share. Absolutely can't say enough about this place. Go have a bite you won't be disappointed. Service is excellent.

We wondered in here on our way to the convention center, and I'm so glad we did. The sweet person behind the counter made us a charcuterie board tailored to our personal cheese preferences. It was delicious and an enjoyable snack (which ended up being lunch). They have lots of fun gifts/unique foods. We sat on the couch and enjoyed our cheese, crackers and other snack items while sipping the coffee from next door. I'd come back to try the sandwiches or salads!

Don't order a charcuterie platter from this restaurant. It's expensive and doesn't look like much! We sent one for a Halloween gift and were so disappointed when we arrived at their home.

The hot Gruyère w/turkey sandwich was so delicious that I am going to have to figure out how to recreate at home. It will be tough, but I'm going to crave this sandwich, and New Orleans is too far away . Loved the cheese shop too! Yum, yum. We may stop back before leaving for the airport!

Came for lunch with a friend and we both had the Cantal salad. It was very good and did not raise my blood sugar at all! I am a diabetic and have to watch my sugar. The service was quick, even though they were busy for lunch. I was even able to park on the street - although this place is better to walk to than drive. Recommended and will probably be back.

I brought my quiz bowl team here on Memorial Day weekend. Immediately, the staff at St. James Cheese company greeted us and started working to make sure we could sit together. We didn't even ask for this because it seemed an unreasonable request to make-- but the staff did it anyway. Then, we got the most amazing food quickly and with beautiful plating and presentation. Sometimes it is tough to find a good place to feed the team because of multiple dietary restrictions, but St. James Cheese Company had something for everyone. Everything we ate was impeccable. The butter plate for an appetizer was delicious and unexpected. The cheesecake topped off the meal immaculately. I wish we had a restaurant like this back home. The next time I come to New Orleans, this place tops my list to return! I'd share a pic of the food but I was too busy doing the happy food dance to remember to take a picture.